Dr. Kezzy

Part A: Questions and Responses Question Notes on Interviewee Response

What inspired you to become a U.S. citizen?

I was inspired to become a U.S. citizen for my children, I believed that it would benefit them and their future.

What steps did you have to take as part of the naturalization process?

I used to take classes to learn English a couple fo years ago, but I didn’t have time after that. Working has really helped me with my English and practicing it in real life. Before taking my citizenship test, I went to a tutor and made me practice with questions that might have been on the test. This really helped me, because many of the questions were on the actual test.

How would you describe how you felt about the process?

I was extremely nervous, I have major anxiety, but I was determined to pass it because I have waited so long. I have been prolonging it or years but when the time actually hit to do it, I was a wreck.

How has citizenship changed your life?

Well I travel a lot, so it has affected me in that sense. I don’t have to have an extra stop at the airport in other countries or when I come back because I’m a citizen now. I also believe that in this country I have rights which I didn’t have in Cuba, in Cuba you are limited to the things you can say and do.

Is your daily life different because of citizenship?

I am protected Here in America, because I’m a citizen. If something were to happen I would be protected and given rights.

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